M38 - Cardan Joint Front Axle - Lube or not?

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M38 - Cardan Joint Front Axle - Lube or not?

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Does anyone have much experience with these? I had Bendix and am replacing them with Cardan.

If I understand what I'm seeing in the manual, the wheel turning angle for the Cardan is greater than the Bendix, so I don't need to reset the turn stops. Is that correct?

I haven't found info on lubrication yet, but I'm assuming I don't need to fill/pack the knuckle and cardan joint with grease. I'm thinking the cardan should be internally lubricated and sealed. So do I need to try to inject some grease in cups before I install the axles? If so, do I just remove one or more of the screws and temporarily install a grease nipple?

Thanks for any help.

Jim

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Rebuilding a 1952 M38.
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